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Lamine Lamal wearing his black 'Ego Yamal' headband. (Photo: REUTERS/Lisi Niesner)
Admiration for Messi, aim for self-betterment: Yamal speaks ahead of FIFA WC quarterfinal against Belgium

Jul 09, 2026

Messi, aged 39, is leading the Golden Boot race with eight goals to his name, with a hat-trick against Algeria, his first-ever in the World Cup and a goal and assist in Argentina's comeback win against Egypt by 3-2 in the round of 16 clash being the standout ones that have now taken them to the quarterfinals. The Inter Miami striker surpassed Miroslav Klose's long-standing record of most goals in FIFA World Cup history and currently has a total of 21 goals.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi (Photo/Youtube@Ministry of External Affairs,India)

"Australia a brand within world of sports, India is also undergoing a transformation": PM Modi in Melbourne

Jul 09, 2026
France coach Didier Deschamps and France's Kylian Mbappe celebrate after the match as France qualify for the quarter final stage of the World Cup. (Photo: Reuters)

"How do you bet against France....": Chhetri backs France ahead of FIFA WC quarterfinal against Morocco

Jul 09, 2026
France coach Didier Deschamps and France's Kylian Mbappe celebrate after the match as France qualify for the quarter final stage of the World Cup. (Photo: Reuters)

'Let the game begin': France set chessboard for Morocco showdown as Les Bleus chase third straight FIFA World Cup semi-final

Jul 09, 2026
Earling Haaland leads the Norwegian 'Viking Row' (Photo: X/@nff_landslag)

FIFA World Cup: "Wayne Rooney, I expect you to go out on a rowing trip": Haaland after Norway's R16 win over Brazil

Jul 09, 2026
ICC Chairan Jay Shah (from left), Sourav Ganguly, Sachin Tendulkar and Rajeev Shukla. (Photo: ANI)

"So happy to see you in ICC Hall of Fame": Sachin Tendulkar welcomes Sourav Ganguly in elite list

Jul 09, 2026
Norway Ambassador to India May-Elin Stener leads Viking Row celebrations in Norway Embassy. (Photo: ANI)

"Exciting that Norway is coming into news in this way": Norway Ambassador to India leads 'Viking Row' celebration at embassy

Jul 09, 2026
Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya (File Photo: ANI)

"India emerged as preferred sports competition destination with 36 international competitions hosted in two years": Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya

Jul 09, 2026

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Arjun Singh (L) and Harsh Mehta. (Photo: Indian Pickleball Association)

Harsh Mehta to lead Indian Pro category charge at Pickleball World Cup 2026

Jul 09, 2026

Following a highly competitive selection process, the nation's finest senior pickleball talent has been selected to represent India in the Pro category at the Pickleball World Cup 2026, which will be held at Da Nang, Vietnam, from the 30th of August to the 6th of September 2026
Argentina celebrate their 210th Independence Day on Thursday. (Photo: X/ @AFASeleccionEN)

FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina team greets nation on 210th Independence Day

Jul 09, 2026

Defending FIFA World Cup champions Argentina marked the country's 210th Independence Day with a heartfelt message to supporters on Thursday, as Lionel Scaloni's side continues its quest to retain the world title at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Season 4 of World Padel League will start on August 12. (Photo: World Padel League)

World Padel League brings its biggest season to Mumbai's Dome, SVP Stadium

Jul 09, 2026

This season will feature 36 of the world's leading padel players across six franchises from August 12-16, as India's padel boom gathers momentum
FIFA Team One refers to the elite cohort of match officials--including referees, assistant referees, and video match officials. (Photo: X/ @fifamedia)

"We are not influenced by anyone": FIFA refereeing chief Collina defends officials amid World Cup controversy

Jul 09, 2026
MoU complements flagship initiatives such as Khelo India, TOPS and Viksit Bharat@2047. (Photo: MYAS)

SAI and Safdarjung Sports Injury Centre sign MoU to strengthen sports science and athlete care

Jul 09, 2026
Norway coach Stale Solbakken. (Photo/Reuters)

FIFA World Cup 2026: England's best players don't play in Premier League, says Norway coach Solbakken ahead of QF clash

Jul 09, 2026
Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois (Photo: Instagram/thibautcourtois)

"Everyone on our team realises it's possible": Thibaut Courtois backs Belgium to spring Spain upset in FIFA World Cup QF clash

Jul 09, 2026
Norway's Erling Haaland (Photo: X/ @ErlingHaaland)

'Has anyone ever stopped Haaland?': England's Morgan Rogers eyes Norway test in FIFA World Cup WF

Jul 09, 2026
Morocco's Ismael Saibiri (Photo: @ismaelsaibari Instagram)

FIFA World Cup 2026: Saibari ruled out as Morocco coach Ouahbi vows fearless approach against France in quarter-final

Jul 09, 2026
Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi (Photo: Reuters)

"Bonus is to win the World Cup": Morocco coach Ouahbi eyes France upset in FIFA World Cup QF

Jul 09, 2026
Spain team (Photo: @daniolmo Instagram)

FIFA World Cup 2026: We face every match as if were a final, says Spain's Dani Olmo ahead of QF against Belgium

Jul 09, 2026
Martin Odegaard leading the 'Viking Row' celebration. (Photo: Reuters)

Banking on belief, reunion with Arsenal teammates: Odegaard ahead of Norway's QF clash against England

Jul 09, 2026
Iran's Alireza Jahanbakhsh waves to fans after the match against Egypt (Photo: Reuters)

FIFA World Cup 2026: White House defends handling of Iran visas, travel arrangments

Jul 09, 2026
Gianni Infantino (Photo: ANI)

FIFA prez Infantino could face probe from IOC over breach of political neutrality, alleged support to US president Trump: Report

Jul 09, 2026
France coach Didier Deschamps before the match against Paraguay (Photo: Reuters)

FIFA World Cup 2026: Despite dominance, France coach demands more attacking "efficiency" from team ahead of QF against Morocco

Jul 09, 2026
Egypt coach Hossam Hassan (Photo: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters)

FIFA World Cup 2026: Egypt coach Hossam Hasan gets tenure extension

Jul 09, 2026
Amol Muzumdar (Photo: @BCCIWomen X)

"Stay in the present": Muzumdar's message to India ahead of one-off Test at Lord's after women's T20WC group stage exit

Jul 09, 2026
Portugal team huddle (Photo: @cristiano Instagram)

"Portugal Sempre": Cristiano Ronaldo following FIFA World Cup RO16 exit

Jul 09, 2026